| Family: |
Characidae (Characins; tetras), subfamily: Stevardiinae |
| Max. size: |
3.9 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 7; dH range: 15 |
| Distribution: |
Central America: Pacific drainages of southern Costa Rica, Jicote and Rincon rivers and the Esquinas River of Osa Peninsula. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Aquarium specimens reach 7.0 cm TL (Ref. 2060). Inhabits creeks of low to high current velocity. Collected in sites between elevations of 10 to 80 m, insectivorous (Ref. 36880). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Endangered (EN); Date assessed: 16 May 2019 (B1ab(iii)) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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